Landscaping in Sarasota and Charlotte Counties
At Epic Horizons, we look beyond simple lawn maintenance to focus on the technical engineering required for a thriving landscape in Charlotte and Sarasota Counties. Our approach is built on mastering the challenging environmental factors of the Gulf Coast—specifically our sandy, hydrophobic soils and intense hydrological cycles. Rather than just planting, we start by correcting the land itself. Our teams execute heavy-duty site preparation and precision grading to eliminate negative drainage issues that threaten foundations and root systems.
When it comes to turf, we apply strict agronomic standards, installing only premium, locally-sourced Floratam St. Augustine, Empire Zoysia, and Argentine Bahia. These specific cultivars are chosen for their proven resilience against our region’s chinch bugs and seasonal drought. To ensure these investments thrive, we integrate comprehensive irrigation management into every renovation, including critical valve replacements, rotor mapping, and leak detection. We don’t just landscape; we engineer a sustainable outdoor environment.
While softscaping brings beauty, our construction division delivers the structural durability required for properties across Charlotte and Sarasota Counties. We design and install high-end hardscapes—including custom paver patios, driveway extensions, and travertine pool decks—engineered specifically to withstand our region’s intense tropical weather. Unlike standard installers, we refuse to cut corners on the foundation; every project is laid upon a deeply compacted crushed-concrete base to eliminate the sinking, shifting, and cracking often seen in local sandy soils.
To ensure your property is functional as well as beautiful, we provide a full suite of technical site solutions:
- Engineered Retaining Systems: We construct reinforced walls to manage difficult grade changes and halt erosion, utilizing proper drainage backfill to neutralize hydrostatic pressure and protect your landscape’s integrity.
- Advanced Drainage Solutions: Our teams combat Southwest Florida’s heavy rainy season by installing French drains, grading corrective swales, and extending downspouts to channel destructive runoff away from your foundation.
- Storm-Ready Arboriculture: We prepare your canopy for hurricane season through structural pruning, canopy lifting, and the strategic removal of hazardous trees and invasive species like Brazilian Pepper.
- Land Clearing & Final Grading: From deep-root stump grinding to the final installation of decorative rock and concrete curbing, we handle the heavy site preparation necessary to leave your property polished and maintenance-free.
Why Epic Horizons?
For your property in Sarasota/Charlotte County
- 100+ 5-Star Reviews Region-Wide
- Licensed & Insured in Both Counties
- Experts in Coastal Soil & Drainage
- Locally Owned & Operated
- Engineered for Tropical Weather
Service Area
- North Port
- Port Charlotte
- Venice
- Englewood
- Rotonda West
- Placida
- Nokomis
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FAQ
LANDSCAPING IN NORTH PORT, FL
We provide complimentary on-site consultations for all homeowners within our standard service area, which includes North Port, Port Charlotte, Venice, Englewood, and Rotonda West. You get the same fair pricing regardless of your location.
We manage the bureaucratic side of your project. Our team prepares the necessary drawings for your HOA’s ARC (Architectural Review Committee) and pulls the required building permits from either Sarasota or Charlotte County when necessary.
We stand behind our engineering. We offer a comprehensive warranty on all hardscape installations (pavers, retaining walls) against settling or shifting. Plant material warranties vary based on the irrigation setup, which we will discuss during your consultation.
Yes. We approach landscaping from an engineering perspective. Before planting, we can correct negative grading and install technical solutions—such as French drains, catch basins, and corrective swales—to ensure your property properly manages heavy tropical rainfall.